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Erdogan Condemns Israel's Recognition of Somaliland as 'Illegal and Unacceptable'

Published December 30, 2025, 18:15
Erdogan Condemns Israel's Recognition of Somaliland as 'Illegal and Unacceptable'

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan condemned Israel's recognition of Somaliland as “illegal and unacceptable,” warning that it threatens to destabilize the region. He emphasized the importance of maintaining the unity and territorial integrity of Somalia and accused the Netanyahu government of attacks in Gaza, Lebanon, Yemen, Iran, Qatar, and Syria. Additionally, he announced that Turkey plans to begin offshore drilling off the coast of Somalia in 2026, under a bilateral agreement, and will add two new floating drillships to the Turkish fleet. Ankara provides military and economic support to Somalia, seeking to ensure its presence in East Africa.